Lloyd Austin, Pentagon chief, slams China’s drive for hypersonic weapons

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Thursday that China’s pursuit of hypersonic weapons “increases tensions in the region” and vowed the U.S. would maintain its capability to deter potential threats posed by China. Austin made the remarks in Seoul following annual security talks with his … The Washington Times stories: White House

Read More...

Trump could cause market ‘turmoil’ if he removes Powell as central bank chief, says former Fed governor – CNBC

Trump could cause market ‘turmoil’ if he removes Powell as central bank chief, says former Fed governor  CNBC Can Trump Fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell? What History Tells Us  Fortune As the U.S. economy tilts toward concern, Canada’s is on the upswing: Don Pittis  CBC News Fed likely to leave rates steady, despite market outlook and US President Donald Trump’s demands  Firstpost View full coverage on Google News “us president” – Google News

Read More...